Sr Software Engineer - Python / Networking

Motorola Solutions

112d • $90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Developer with deep expertise in Python and a strong background in both computer networking and DevOps. This role is for a hands-on engineer who can bridge the gap between software development, network engineering, and operational excellence. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying mission-critical applications that are not only secure and reliable but also scalable and easily maintainable in production.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience, with a heavy focus on Python and its popular frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django, FastAPI).
• A comprehensive understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and secure communication protocols (SSL/TLS).
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (VPCs, subnets, load balancers) on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB.
• A solid background in API design and a talent for integrating diverse systems.
• Exceptional debugging skills and the ability to diagnose issues across software, network, and infrastructure layers.
• Excellent communication and technical leadership abilities.
• Bachelor's degree - desired.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with network automation tools such as Ansible, Netmiko, or Nornir.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies like Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or edge computing.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Previous experience building and managing high-scale distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop scalable applications and services using Python.
• Design and maintain robust APIs (RESTful, gRPC) that seamlessly integrate our systems.
• Apply DevOps principles to build and manage automated CI/CD pipelines for secure, efficient, and repeatable deployments.
• Apply your advanced networking knowledge to build software that interfaces directly with protocols and infrastructure.
• Dive deep into network protocols (TCP/UDP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS) and use tools like Wireshark to solve complex, packet-level challenges.
• Work hand-in-hand with our network engineering and security teams.
• Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and champion best practices for software delivery.

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees